ISTQB-BCS Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager (2012)

The Beingcert certified ISTQB-BCS Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager (2012) credentials are a globally recognized qualification designed for experienced software professionals who have already achieved an advanced level in their career in software testing and wish to develop their expertise in test management further. This module covers essential skills to advance everything from how to design the right test approach for the project based on the organization's test strategy to building a test team or testing competencies to complete the essential testing.

Whether you are a QA manager, a project manager, or someone interested in managing complex testing projects, this certification has proven to be ideal. Therefore, professionals holding this certification gain advanced knowledge and competencies to take responsibility for managing all the testing activities across the software development lifecycle. This credential is a valuable asset for an organization looking to advance its standards for software quality for candidates seeking career improvement in the testing domain.

Skills you will Learn Exam Domains Format of Exam Job Roles Course Curriculum

Skills you will Learn

  • Identify to organize and lead risk identification and risk analysis sessions and use the results of such sessions for test estimating, planning, monitoring, and controlling.
  • Creating test plans for implementing consistent organization policies and other test strategies.
  • Monitoring and controlling for continuous test activities to achieve project objectives.
  • Understanding how to assess and report relevant and timely test statistics to project stakeholders.
  • Identifying skills and other resource gaps in their test team and participating in sourcing adequate resources.
  • Plan necessary skill development and identify other plans within their test team.
  • Oversee configuration management and change control in testing.
  • Learn quality assurance & governance framework by aligning testing activities with organizational quality goals.
  • Assess individual and team competencies.

Exam Domains of ISTQB-BCS Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager (2012)

  • Module 1: Testing Process (20%)
  • Module 2: Test Management (10%)
  • Module 3: Reviews (15%)
  • Module 4: Defect Management (10%)
  • Module 5: Improving the Testing Process (15%)
  • Module 6: Test Tools and Automation (10%)
  • Module 7: People Skills – Team Composition (20%)

Format of Exam

  • Multiple choice questions
  • No. of questions: 40
  • Max marks: 40, Required marks: 26(i.e.65%).
  • Duration: 90 minutes
  • Closed book

Job Roles

  • Test manager
  • Test consultant
  • Project manager
  • Quality manager
  • Software development manager
  • Business analyst
  • IT director
  • Management consultant
  • Test architect
  • Test engineer
  • User acceptance tester

Companies that hire ISTQB-BCS Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager (2012)

Many companies across a wide range of industries value the ISTQB-BCS Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager (2012) and actively seek out experts to fill ISTQB-BCS Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager (2012) roles.

Course Curriculum

While you attempt for this Certification, numerous topics will be covered in the examination. The candidates can download the syllabus provided below to get the complete details of the topics that will be covered in ISTQB-BCS Certified Tester Advanced Level - Test Manager (2012)

Frequently Asked Questions

To get certified in the ISTQB-BCS Advanced Level – Test Manager (2012), candidates must:

  • Pass the ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level exam
  • Have at least three years of software testing experience

While not mandatory, it is recommended to undergo training from a BCS-accredited provider.

Benefits include:

  • Global recognition for expertise in test estimating and management practices
  • Boosts career advancement in engineering and QA roles
  • Increases professional credibility among employers and peers
  • Enables meaningful contribution throughout the software development lifecycle

The certification covers a broad spectrum of topics, including:

  • Testing Process
  • Test Management
  • Reviews
  • Defect Management
  • Improving the Testing Process
  • And more...

You can register for the exam by:

  • Visiting the official Beingcert website and following the registration steps
  • Or contacting Beingcert's customer support for step-by-step guidance

The support team will assist with account setup, payment, and voucher activation.

This certification is ideal for professionals such as:

  • Test Managers
  • Test Leads / Test Coordinators
  • Quality Assurance Managers
  • Project Managers
  • Senior Test Analysts or Engineers
  • Process Improvement Professionals
  • Certified ISTQB Foundation Level holders